Watson leads another game-winning drive, Szmyt hits 56-yard FG and Browns beat Steelers 27-24
The Cleveland Browns defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-24 following a late-game drive by Deshaun Watson and a 56-yard field goal by Andre Szmyt. This victory brings the Browns to a 3-1 record for the first time since 2001.
Why it matters
The win marks a significant early-season milestone for the Cleveland Browns in the competitive NFL landscape.
Full Screen 1 / 5 Previous photo Next photo Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson plats against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half of an NFL football game in Cleveland, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/David Richard) Cleveland Browns place kicker Andre Szmyt kicks the game winning field goal against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half of an NFL football game in Cleveland, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/David Richard) Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson celebrates after their win against the Pittsburgh Steelers in an NFL football game in Cleveland, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/David Richard) Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers passes under pressure from Cleveland Browns defensive end Jared Verse during the first half of an NFL football game in Cleveland, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026.
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